Divorce is challenging and often overwhelming for those who find themselves having to negotiate a fractured relationship. Through teaching and caring support this program aims to give participants an understanding of the divorce experience, provide a safe place to process grief and loss and find skills and courage to rebuild. Participants will commence the journey toward renewed strength, finding practical help and hope for the future. This program draws from research and best practice in the fields of psychology, sociology, education and theology. It includes the life experiences and reflections of those who have been through divorce. ​​ Session Information: Session 1 - The Courage to Begin The aim of this session is to help participants enter the program with confidence; that God understands divorce – having been through one Himself. The Arena of Healing is introduced, giving participants insight into the attitudes that will be necessary to see healing growth and change Session 2 - Journeying Through Divorce The aim of this session is assist the participant to understand the stages of divorce and identify where they are in their journey. It explores the range of emotional responses to divorce, looks at strategies for handling conflict and encourages participants to accept personal responsibility for growth. Session 3 - Counting the Cost This session addresses aspects of grief and loss that surround the separation and divorce experience. Participants are supported as they explore the emotional and physiological effects of grief. For some it will be the first time they have spoken about the depth of their pain. Support from the teaching and others in the group will help participants learn how to live proactively. Session 4 - Rebuilding Your World The experience of divorce is extremely damaging to the self. This session identifies the common human need for love, acceptance and value and provides life-changing insights. Session 5 - The Challenges of Forgiveness Forgiveness is a challenging but pivotal issue. Stories of the journey of others will encourage participants. Session 6 - What About the Kids? This session focuses on family dynamics, the security of the child, and provides practical tools and resources. Session 7 - New Relationships This session addresses commonly held misbeliefs about re-marriage, readiness for re-marriage, the covenant of marriage and other vital issues

Making Marriage Better is an opportunity to enhance or rebuild your marriage. This 10 Session program teaches how to build a great marriage from whatever point you are at; how to keep love fresh and how to handle the boredom, conflict and stress associated with marriage. Couples will learn what it take to keep passion alive, build a more loving relationship and discover more about the uniqueness of their partner. ​ Session Information: What If I've Married the Wrong Person? The aim of this session is to motivate and encourage couples for change and growth. Keys to a Lasting Relationship This session identifies the key behaviours that will prevent a couple from forming healthy intimacy and it unpacks the eight attitudes that are necessary for growth and change. The Origin and Purpose of Marriage This session aims to address the theology of marriage by outlining the miracle of maleness and femaleness. It addresses the need for mutual love and respect and challenges the stereotypical views of the dynamics needed for a healthy relationship. Personally Committed This session focusses on the need to know and be known. The barriers to a lasting relationship are reviewed, the theological aspects of covenant are addressed and the First of the Ten Commandments is introduced. Communication Differences in male and female brain chemistry and physiology are touched on in this session, as well addressing three of the Ten Commandments, and looking at levels in communication and roadblocks to communication. Investing Time The teaching in this session builds on the subject matter of the previous sessions and gives a more detailed look at intimacy, individual needs and communicating love. The Fourth Commandment leaves no doubt that a key requirement in building a relationship is to spend time with each other. Family of Origin This session gives a snapshot of the influences of the family of origin on every area of relationships. The theology of "honouring" is introduced through an explanation of the Fifth Commandment. Conflict Management The key issues are addressed using the Sixth Commandment as the theological foundation. Negative, abusive or damaging patterns are identified and participants are made aware that these must change. Role-play demonstrates healthy and unhealthy behaviour and provides a mirror for partners and singles to evaluate how they handle challenge and conflict. Sexuality and Intimacy This subject is addressed from a physiological, psychological and behavioural perspective. Gender differences in chemistry, socialisation and expression of need are looked at. Ways of overcoming gridlock are covered with some practical suggestions for enhancing the relationship. The theology of sex is addressed using the Seventh Commandment and the trinitarian nature of God as the true model of intimacy. The Eight and Ninth Commandment are briefly applied in relation to matters of intimacy and integrity. Contentment This session focuses on the Tenth Commandment and addresses the misbelief that says, "I could be happy, but only if I had what I don't have." Forgiveness is a key issue in a relationship. The teaching looks at what forgiveness is and what it is not.